A big act of kindness extended to Ukrainian refugees just days after they arrive in Kelowna
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A big act of kindness extended to Ukrainian refugees just days after they arrive in Kelowna
Description
January 27, 2023
As the war rages on in Ukraine, Ukrainian refugees continue arriving in Canada, including here in the Okanagan. But for one family who just came to Kelowna days ago--the arrival came with a big surprise that will make settling here a bit easier and as Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, it's all thanks to a big act of kindness.
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A big act of kindness extended to Ukrainian refugees just days after they arrive in Kelowna02:19 | January 27, 2023
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Wine tasting competition in the South Okanagan01:39 | May 28, 2024
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Federal funding hopes to increase trades workers02:20 | May 27, 2024
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Backcountry clean-up in Okanagan Falls01:54 | May 25, 2024
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The Okanagan bracing for the potential of an extremely dry summer season02:34 | May 17, 2024
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Partners step up fight against invasive mussels02:32 | May 2, 2024
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Boil water notice close to being rescinded01:42 | April 25, 2024
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Okanagan crews battle several new wildfires02:24 | April 22, 2024
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Kelowna ultra-endurance athlete cuts Molokai Channel swim short00:54 | March 19, 2024
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Pair to cycle across Canada in aid of mental health02:13 | March 15, 2024
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Conservative leader says eliminating trade barriers is one way to help Okanagan wine industry02:47 | March 8, 2024
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Consumers being warned of looming shortage of BC produced wine02:22 | March 6, 2024
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Kelowna senior scammed out of thousands of dollars02:27 | March 6, 2024
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Kelowna roads turn into ice-sheets, city take some of the blame02:07 | February 28, 2024
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Concerns grow over animal welfare in Vernon after BC SPCA announces shelter closure02:24 | November 15, 2023
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A big act of kindness extended to Ukrainian refugees just days after they arrive in Kelowna02:19 | January 27, 2023
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A look inside a $10 million penthouse up for sale in Kelowna02:21 | May 30, 2024
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Wine tasting competition in the South Okanagan01:39 | May 28, 2024
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Federal funding hopes to increase trades workers02:20 | May 27, 2024
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Backcountry clean-up in Okanagan Falls01:54 | May 25, 2024
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The Okanagan bracing for the potential of an extremely dry summer season02:34 | May 17, 2024
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Partners step up fight against invasive mussels02:32 | May 2, 2024
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Boil water notice close to being rescinded01:42 | April 25, 2024
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Kelowna ultra-endurance athlete cuts Molokai Channel swim short00:54 | March 19, 2024
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Pair to cycle across Canada in aid of mental health02:13 | March 15, 2024
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Conservative leader says eliminating trade barriers is one way to help Okanagan wine industry02:47 | March 8, 2024
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Consumers being warned of looming shortage of BC produced wine02:22 | March 6, 2024
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Kelowna senior scammed out of thousands of dollars02:27 | March 6, 2024
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Money Tips Monday: The changing landscape of retirement in Canada03:18 | January 29, 2024
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Why is wind chill hard to measure, but so easily felt?03:25 | January 13, 2024
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Peachland man fighting to stay in his tiny home02:32 | December 28, 2023
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Local retailers warn furniture prices could spike again02:50 | December 22, 2023
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With territory on both sides of B.C.-U.S. border, Sinixt Confederacy seeks recognition02:02 | December 11, 2023
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Kelowna brewery sweeps awards for it’s gluten free beer01:58 | November 6, 2023
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Field of Crosses returns to Kelowna’s City Park02:21 | November 2, 2023
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A big act of kindness extended to Ukrainian refugees just days after they arrive in Kelowna
Description
January 27, 2023
As the war rages on in Ukraine, Ukrainian refugees continue arriving in Canada, including here in the Okanagan. But for one family who just came to Kelowna days ago--the arrival came with a big surprise that will make settling here a bit easier and as Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, it's all thanks to a big act of kindness.
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